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Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#63 “Everything I Create Sounds Badass To Me” with Tony Guerrero, lead vocalist for legendary Tejano band, La SombraGrammy-nominated Tejano musician and home-town legend: You're just as goodThe evolution of a major recording artist in the 80s- 90s and his present influence on Tejano music. In this episode, Tony Guerrero, lead singer from the legendary Tejano band, La Sombra, shares his experience being a Tejano superstar in the 80s and 90s, singing from the heart, creating his own musical style, and his mother's inspiration.Watch: https://youtu.be/IWsOkHkk4goListen: https://tuesdayswithandrea.com/audioAbout La Sombra: La Sombra, known as “The Windy City Boys” because of thei...
2022-06-211h 02
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#63 “Everything I Create Sounds Badass To Me” with Tony Guerrero, lead vocalist for legendary Tejano band, La SombraGrammy-nominated Tejano musician and home-town legend: You're just as good The evolution of a major recording artist in the 80s- 90s and his present influence on Tejano music. In this episode, Tony Guerrero, lead singer from the legendary Tejano band, La Sombra, shares his experience being a Tejano superstar in the 80s and 90s, singing from the heart, creating his own musical style, and his mother's inspiration. Watch: https://youtu.be/IWsOkHkk4go Listen: https://tuesdayswithandrea.com/audio About La Sombra: La Sombra, known as “The Windy City Boys” because of their...
2022-06-211h 02
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#62 “Who has Guts?” with Sally Delgado, Vice President of Operations at Realty of ChicagoCharting your own path and creating a successful living in real estate and entrepreneurship.In this episode, we talk about growing up with a Latino single dad raising daughters. The early career grind and finding success with Realty of Chicago. Sally also talks about having the guts to chart your own path and breaking out of fear and promoting yourself while focusing on the next chapter.Watch the episode: https://youtu.be/umfp3sM9W4M Listen to the episode: https://rss.com/podcasts/tuesdayswithandrea/ This episode was recorded on March 11, 2022.
2022-05-2451 min
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#62 “Who has Guts?” with Sally Delgado, Vice President of Operations at Realty of ChicagoCharting your own path and creating a successful living in real estate and entrepreneurship. In this episode, we talk about growing up with a Latino single dad raising daughters. The early career grind and finding success with Realty of Chicago. Sally also talks about having the guts to chart your own path and breaking out of fear and promoting yourself while focusing on the next chapter. Watch the episode: https://youtu.be/umfp3sM9W4M Listen to the episode: https://rss.com/podcasts/tuesdayswithandrea/
2022-05-2451 min
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#61 "Find Your Happiness” with Ana Tredrea, Spots on the Fox co-founder with a mission to Shop Local & Support Small BusinessesIn the episode, we talk about opening up her e-commerce local shopping platform, supporting small businesses, living and working in organized chaos, power moves for women, and getting out of the comparison trap.This episode was recorded on February 22, 2022. The Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast can be found at https://tuesdayswithandrea.com/ More information about Ana Tredreaand Spots on the Fox can be found at: www.spotsonthefox.com Podcast YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZ3j17MWCWe_oreTCuyYf4Q.NIGHTLIGHTSDon’...
2022-05-1038 min
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#60 “I Decided to Skill Up” IT Solutions Architect Johnny Hernandez on using the gift of technology and recognizing moments that spark opportunity"I Decided to Skill Up” IT Solutions Architect: Skill Up & Use the Gift of Technology He went from GED to retail to corporate and is now a leading cloud operations technologist. Learn about the moments that sparked Johnny's career in tech and the mentor who changed his life. This episode was recorded on March 9, 2022. The Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast can be found at https://tuesdayswithandrea.com/ Podcast YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZ3j17MWCWe_oreTCuyYf4Q...
2022-04-2649 min
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#60 “I Decided to Skill Up” IT Solutions Architect Johnny Hernandez on using the gift of technology and recognizing moments that spark opportunity"I Decided to Skill Up” IT Solutions Architect: Skill Up & Use the Gift of Technology He went from GED to retail to corporate and is now a leading cloud operations technologist. Learn about the moments that sparked Johnny's career in tech and the mentor who changed his life. This episode was recorded on March 9, 2022. The Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast can be found at https://tuesdayswithandrea.com/ Podcast YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZ3j17MWCWe_oreTCuyYf4Q. NIGHTLIGHTS Learn the new thing https://youtube.com/shorts/972qVU3E1CQ Using the gift of technology https://youtu.be/aGKW9N...
2022-04-2649 min
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#59 Creating purpose through passion with women in business, Jen Mendoza, S. Aurora WESOS chapter leader and nonprofit cofounder, Moms4Moms Vendor Events“Women Supporting Women”Mompreneur: Creating Purpose through PassionMarketing and business development professional on growing a thriving network of empowered women in business.Watch episode: https://youtu.be/N4g6JDrarPEListen to episode:This episode was recorded on February 9, 2022.More information about Jen and her business endeavors can be found at: www.wesossouthaurora.comwww.multiprintanddigital.comwww.facebook.com/Moms4MomsVendorsThe Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast can be found at https://tuesdayswithandrea.com/Podcast YouTube Channel...
2022-04-0500 min
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#59 Creating purpose through passion with women in business, Jen Mendoza, S. Aurora WESOS chapter leader and nonprofit cofounder, Moms4Moms Vendor Events, NFP“Women Supporting Women” Mompreneur: Creating Purpose through Passion Marketing and business development professional on growing a thriving network of empowered women in business. This episode was recorded on February 9, 2022. More information about Jen and her business endeavors can be found at: www.wesossouthaurora.com www.multiprintanddigital.com www.facebook.com/Moms4MomsVendors The Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast can be found at https://tuesdayswithandrea.com/ Podcast YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZ3j17MWCWe_oreTCuyYf4Q.
2022-04-0543 min
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#58 “We All Have Soft Hearts” Connecting People through Art with Eric Lodin, mystery novel author Mystery Novel Author: Connecting People through Art. In this episode, Andrea sits down with mystery novel author, Eric Lodin about his book, We All Have Soft Hearts. Learn about the writing process and rituals that create environments of flow and ways to activate the energy within by tuning in to our strengths. Publish Date: March 22, 2022.The Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast can be found at: https://tuesdayswithandrea.com/This episode was recorded on June 30, 2021. Since we recorded this episode, Eric has been working on a sequel to Soft Hear...
2022-03-2200 min
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#58 “We All Have Soft Hearts” Connecting People through Art with Eric Lodin, mystery novel authorMystery Novel Author: Connecting People through Art. In this episode, Andrea sits down with mystery novel author, Eric Lodin about his book, We All Have Soft Hearts. Learn about the writing process and rituals that create environments of flow and ways to activate the energy within by tuning in to our strengths. Publish Date: March 22, 2022. The Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast can be found at: https://tuesdayswithandrea.com/ This episode was recorded on June 30, 2021. Since we recorded this episode, Eric has been working on a sequel to Soft Hearts...
2022-03-2255 min
Tuesdays With Andrea PodcastCircuit Judge appointed by Illinois Supreme Court: Why Representation Matters in the CourtroomJudge Bianca Camargo is one of five women, and the first Latina, appointed by the Illinois Supreme Court to serve as a Circuit Judge in Kane County. In this episode, Andrea sits down with Bianca to talk about her experience growing up on the East side of Aurora, Illinois, the trickle-down effect of opportunity, people who shaped her career, being a former prosecutor for the Kane County State’s Attorney’s office and the Latino experience in her courtrooms. Her message: representation in the judiciary matters, flush out the noise and look a...
2022-02-011h 21
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#053 How to Combat Corporate Racism with Jeremy Nixon, Assistant Vice President, State Street"Level the Playing Field" How to Combat Corporate Racism: Driving Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in Corporate America Speaking the honest truth with Jeremy Nixon on how Blacks can move ahead in their careers and how corporate America can better support them. Publish Date: June 15, 2021 The Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast can be found at: https://tuesdayswithandrea.com/ This episode was recorded on May 7, 2021 Visit the YouTube Channel to watch all Nightlight videos and full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZ3j17MWCWe_oreTCuyYf4Q
2021-06-151h 18
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#053 How to Combat Corporate Racism with Jeremy Nixon, Assistant Vice President, State Street"Level the Playing Field" How to Combat Corporate Racism: Driving Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in Corporate America Speaking the honest truth with Jeremy Nixon on how Blacks can move ahead in their careers and how corporate America can better support them. Publish Date: June 15, 2021 The Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast can be found at: https://tuesdayswithandrea.com/ This episode was recorded on May 7, 2021 Visit the YouTube Channel to watch all Nightlight videos and full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZ3j17MWCWe_oreTCuyYf4Q
2021-06-151h 18
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#052 “Get Uncomfortable” with Maria “Chito” Ortega, inspiring friend, unemployed and in-transitionInspiring Girlfriend: Be the Change we Want to SeeLessons she teaches her kids, finding peace after losing her brother, pushing past comfort for growth, being a force for good, tenacity, supporting men and borrowing hope.Publish Date: June 8, 2021Episode link: https://youtu.be/RTLVs-e0vS4The Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast can be found at: https://tuesdayswithandrea.com/Visit the YouTube Channel to watch all Nightlight videos and full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZ3j17MWCWe_oreTCuyYf4QTh...
2021-06-0853 min
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#052 “Get Uncomfortable” with Maria “Chito” Ortega, inspiring friend in-transitionInspiring Girlfriend: Be the Change we Want to See Lessons she teaches her kids, finding peace after losing her brother, pushing past comfort for growth, being a force for good, tenacity, supporting men and borrowing hope. Publish Date: June 8, 2021 Episode link: https://youtu.be/RTLVs-e0vS4 The Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast can be found at: https://tuesdayswithandrea.com/ Visit the YouTube Channel to watch all Nightlight videos and full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZ3j17MWCWe_oreTCuyYf4Q ...
2021-06-0853 min
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#051 “We Needed A Voice” with the Honorable Judge Rene Cruz, 16th Circuit Court, Kane CountyFirst Hispanic Judge in Kane County: Strengthening the Judicial Bench The sacrifice of military families and spouses, Latino identity, bringing diversity and community to the judiciary, servant leadership, pathway to judgeship, giving kids a voice and an open invitation to the public. Publish Date: June 1, 2021 The Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast can be found at: https://tuesdayswithandrea.com/ This episode was recorded on May 8, 2021 Visit the YouTube Channel to watch all Nightlight videos and full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZ3j17MWCWe_oreTCuyYf4Q
2021-06-0157 min
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#051 “We Needed A Voice” with the Honorable Judge Rene Cruz, 16th Circuit Court, Kane County, ILFirst Hispanic Judge in Kane County: Strengthening the Judicial BenchThe sacrifice of military families and spouses, Latino identity, bringing diversity and community to the judiciary, servant leadership, pathway to judgeship, giving kids a voice and an open invitation to the public.More information about Judge Cruz can be found at: https://www.illinois16thjudicialcircuit.org/ Publish Date: June 1, 2021The Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast can be found at: https://tuesdayswithandrea.com/This episode was recorded on May 8, 2021Visit the YouTube Channel to watch all Nightlight vide...
2021-06-0157 min
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#050 “Think About It” with Ivory “Vo” Lofton, Chicago Recording Artist/Rapper - Part 2Chicago-based Rapper: The Power of Thought and Self-Identity The state of our culture, self-growth, temptation, animal intelligence, plant-based eating, harmony and perception, courageous stupidity, God, the bible and quitting cigarettes. More information about Ivory Lofton can be found at: www.instagram.com/lyricalivo Publish Date: May 25, 2021The Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast can be found at: https://tuesdayswithandrea.com/This episode was recorded on 4/18/2021.Visit the YouTube Channel to watch all Nightlight videos and full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZ3j17M...
2021-05-251h 02
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#050 “Think About It” with Ivory “Vo” Lofton, Chicago Recording Artist/Rapper - Part 2Chicago-based Rapper: The Power of Thought and Self-Identity The state of our culture, self-growth, temptation, animal intelligence, plant-based eating, harmony and perception, courageous stupidity, God, the bible and quitting cigarettes. More information about Ivory Lofton can be found at: www.instagram.com/lyricalivo Publish Date: May 25, 2021 The Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast can be found at: https://tuesdayswithandrea.com/ This episode was recorded on 4/18/2021. Visit the YouTube Channel to watch all Nightlight videos and full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZ3j17M...
2021-05-251h 02
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#049 “Get In Tune With Who You Are” with Ivory “Vo” Lofton, Chicago Recording Artist/RapperChicago-based Rapper: Embracing Insecurities & Using GiftsGetting kicked out of college, pursuing his craft, hiding our imperfections, using the superpowers within us, comparison, jealousy and working with rapper Twista.More information about Ivory Lofton can be found at: www.instagram.com/lyricalivoPublish Date: May 18, 2021The Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast can be found at: https://tuesdayswithandrea.com/This episode was recorded on 4/18/2021.Visit the YouTube Channel to watch all Nightlight videos and full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZ3j17MWCWe_oreTCuyYf4Q
2021-05-181h 01
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#049 “Get In Tune With Who You Are” with Ivory “Vo” Lofton, Chicago Recording Artist/RapperChicago-based Rapper: Embracing Insecurities & Using Gifts Getting kicked out of college, pursuing his craft, hiding our imperfections, using the superpowers within us, comparison, jealousy and working with rapper Twista. More information about Ivory Lofton can be found at: www.instagram.com/lyricalivo Publish Date: May 18, 2021 The Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast can be found at: https://tuesdayswithandrea.com/ This episode was recorded on 4/18/2021. Visit the YouTube Channel to watch all Nightlight videos and full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZ3j17MWCW...
2021-05-181h 01
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#048 “Take the Leap” with Edwin Goitia, owner, Tapville SocialBar Owner with a Vision: Get Social and Leap Forward Marketing director takes a leap of faith into the world of craft beer. His message: get butterflies in your stomach, every day! More information about Edwin Goitia can be found at: www.finalstretchevents.com Publish Date: 5/11/2021The Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast can be found at: https://tuesdayswithandrea.com/This episode was recorded on 4/20/ 2021Visit the YouTube Channel to watch all Nightlight videos and full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZ3j17M...
2021-05-1140 min
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#048 “Take the Leap” with Edwin Goitia, owner, Tapville SocialBar Owner with a Vision: Get Social and Leap Forward Marketing director takes a leap of faith into the world of craft beer. His message: get butterflies in your stomach, every day! More information about Edwin Goitia can be found at: www.finalstretchevents.com Publish Date: 5/11/2021 The Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast can be found at: https://tuesdayswithandrea.com/ This episode was recorded on 4/20/ 2021 Visit the YouTube Channel to watch all Nightlight videos and full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/channel...
2021-05-1140 min
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#047 “The World is Waiting for You” with Carolene Meli, experience strategist and leadership coachFree-spirited Solo Traveler: Creating Amazing Experiences From bartending to Cirque Du Soleil, she's led 70+ teams in 17 countries and shares her unique take on exploring human connection and inspiring leadership from around the world. More information about Carolene Meli can be found at: www.carolenemeli.com Publish Date: April 6, 2021The Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast can be found at: https://tuesdayswithandrea.com/This episode was recorded on 3/24/2021.Visit the YouTube Channel to watch all Nightlight videos and full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/chan...
2021-05-0441 min
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#047 “The World is Waiting for You” with Carolene Meli, experience strategist and leadership coachFree-spirited Solo Traveler: Creating Amazing Experiences From bartending to Cirque Du Soleil, she's led 70+ teams in 17 countries and shares her unique take on exploring human connection and inspiring leadership from around the world. More information about Carolene Meli can be found at: www.carolenemeli.com Publish Date: April 6, 2021 The Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast can be found at: https://tuesdayswithandrea.com/ This episode was recorded on 3/24/2021. Visit the YouTube Channel to watch all Nightlight videos and full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/cha...
2021-05-0441 min
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#046 “What Equity Can Look Like” with Sandra Gonzalez doctoral student and trustee candidate, Waubonsee Community CollegeThis episode features teacher, community organizer and doctoral student, Sandra Gonzalez and her quest to bring the student and faculty voice back to the forefront in education governance. Join the conversation as she talks about transparency, equity and governance in higher education.More information about Sandra Gonzalez can be found at: https://www.sandrag4wcc.com/ Publish Date: 4/26/2021The Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast can be found at: https://tuesdayswithandrea.com/This episode was recorded on 3/22/2021.
2021-04-2738 minTuesdays With Andrea Podcast#046 “What Equity Can Look Like” with Sandra Gonzalez doctoral student and trustee candidate, Waubonsee Community CollegeThis episode features teacher, community organizer and doctoral student, Sandra Gonzalez and her quest to bring the student and faculty voice back to the forefront in education governance. Join the conversation as she talks about transparency, equity and governance in higher education. More information about Sandra Gonzalez can be found at: https://www.sandrag4wcc.com/ Publish Date: 4/26/2021 The Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast can be found at: https://tuesdayswithandrea.com/ This episode was recorded on 3/22/2021.
2021-04-2638 min
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#045 “We’re All Energy” with Jennifer Del Giudice, registered nurse, aromatherapist and founder LUXXE | HONORRegistered nurse, aromatherapist and oncology certified aesthetician on toxins, weak guts and the common struggle many small biz owners are facing: marketing during a pandemic!More information about LUXXE | HONOR can be found at: https://luxxehonor.com/Publish Date: 3/16/2021The Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast can be found at: https://tuesdayswithandrea.com/This episode was recorded on 12/15/2020.
2021-04-2030 min
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#045 “We’re All Energy” with Jennifer Del Giudice, registered nurse, aromatherapist and founder LUXXE | HONORRegistered nurse, aromatherapist and oncology certified aesthetician on toxins, weak guts and the common struggle many small biz owners are facing: marketing during a pandemic! More information about LUXXE | HONOR can be found at: https://luxxehonor.com/ Publish Date: 3/16/2021 The Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast can be found at: https://tuesdayswithandrea.com/ This episode was recorded on 12/15/2020.
2021-04-2030 min
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#044 “The Train’s Moving” with Ron Anderson, Founder & CEO, Plant Prep'd and FinetixHealth & Fitness Owner on a Mission: Be Better Friend a fellow NCC Alum on running multiple businesses, the sacrifice of success, derailments (that could end it all!) and opening the first high-end vegan, gluten-free restaurant in the midwest. More information about Ron Anderson can be found: https://www.rejoicelounge.com/ Publish Date: April 13, 2021. The Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast can be found at: https://tuesdayswithandrea.com/This episode was recorded on 2/25/2021.
2021-04-1356 min
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#044 “The Train’s Moving” with Ron Anderson, Founder & CEO, Plant Prep'd and FinetixHealth & Fitness Owner on a Mission: Be Better Friend a fellow NCC Alum on running multiple businesses, the sacrifice of success, derailments (that could end it all!) and opening the first high-end vegan, gluten-free restaurant in the midwest. More information about Ron Anderson can be found: https://www.rejoicelounge.com/ Publish Date: April 13, 2021. The Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast can be found at: https://tuesdayswithandrea.com/ This episode was recorded on 2/25/2021.
2021-04-1356 min
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#043 “Tough Enough” with Dorothy Allen, Nurse Practitioner and founder, Fireside Stitch KnittingLocal healthcare hero on living your best life ----> now
2021-04-061h 10
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#043 “Tough Enough” with Dorothy Allen, Nurse Practitioner and founder, Fireside Stitch KnittingLocal healthcare hero on living your best life ----> now
2021-04-061h 10
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#042 “Embrace the Okay” with Tim Dauber, VP of Operations, Everglades UniversityAn Operations VP on leadership, marriage and overworking.We talk generational expectations, hiring retail workers, leading with ADHD, life's fair shake, embracing passions, identity politics & a warning for overworking spouses.Publish Date: March 30, 2021The Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast can be found at: https://tuesdayswithandrea.com/Recorded on: February 19, 2021
2021-03-301h 04
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#042 “Embrace the Okay” with Tim Dauber, VP of Operations, Everglades UniversityAn Operations VP on leadership, marriage and overworking. We talk generational expectations, hiring retail workers, leading with ADHD, life's fair shake, embracing passions, identity politics & a warning for overworking spouses. Publish Date: March 30, 2021 The Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast can be found at: https://tuesdayswithandrea.com/ Recorded on: February 19, 2021
2021-03-301h 04
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#041 “Dream Big” with Richard Irvin, Mayor, City of Aurora, IllinoisWe talk about leaving the gang environment, being a terrible high-schooler, dreaming big, becoming mayor, leading through crisis, vaccine equity and Aurora's formula for success. This episode is part of a special series: Aurora, Meet your Mayor. The series focuses on the men running for the city's top position, their profession and what drives them. More information about Mayor Richard Irvin can be found at: https://irvinformayor.com/ Publish Date: 3/23/2021 The Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast can be found at: https://tuesdayswithandrea.com/ This episode was recorded on 3/9/2021.
2021-03-2352 min
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#041 “Dream Big” with Richard Irvin, Mayor, City of Aurora, IllinoisWe talk about leaving the gang environment, being a terrible high-schooler, dreaming big, becoming mayor, leading through crisis, vaccine equity and Aurora's formula for success. This episode is part of a special series: Aurora, Meet your Mayor. The series focuses on the men running for the city's top position, their profession and what drives them. More information about Mayor Richard Irvin can be found at: https://irvinformayor.com/ Publish Date: 3/23/2021The Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast can be found at: https://tuesdayswithandrea.com/This epis...
2021-03-2352 min
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#040 “The Cycle of Empowerment” with John Laesch, carpenter and activist running for mayor.This episode features mayoral challenger John Laesch, carpenter and activist on a mission to go green and create better jobs. We talk about people-powered campaigns, green new deal, job training, democracy, leadership and the cycle of poverty and empowerment.This episode is part of a special series: Aurora, Meet your Mayor. The series focuses on the men running for the city's top position, their profession and what drives them.Publish Date: 3/16/2021The Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast can be found at: https://tuesdayswithandrea.com/This episode was recorded on 3/9/2021.
2021-03-1651 min
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#040 “The Cycle of Empowerment” with John Laesch, carpenter and activist running for mayor.This episode features mayoral challenger John Laesch, carpenter and activist on a mission to go green and create better jobs. We talk about people-powered campaigns, green new deal, job training, democracy, leadership and the cycle of poverty and empowerment. This episode is part of a special series: Aurora, Meet your Mayor. The series focuses on the men running for the city's top position, their profession and what drives them. Publish Date: 3/16/2021 The Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast can be found at: https://tuesdayswithandrea.com/ This episode was recorded on 3/9/2021.
2021-03-1651 min
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#039 “We All Bleed Red” with Judd Lofchie, attorney, real estate broker and city alderman running for mayorThis episode features mayoral challenger Judd Lofchie, a real estate broker, attorney and city alderman. We talk compassion, living a life of service, getting Aurora's financial house in order, building wealth with real estate, and the Rotary club.Publish Date: March 9, 2021More information about Judd Lofchie can be found at: https://juddforaurora.com/ This episode was recorded on February 26, 2021. The Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast can be found at: https://tuesdayswithandrea.com/
2021-03-0949 min
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#039 “We All Bleed Red” with Judd Lofchie, attorney, real estate broker and city alderman running for mayorThis episode is part of a special series: Aurora, Meet your Mayor. This series focuses on getting a deeper understanding of the men running for the city's top position, their profession and what drives them. This episode features mayoral challenger Judd Lofchie, a real estate broker, attorney and city alderman. We talk compassion, living a life of service, getting Aurora's financial house in order, building wealth with real estate, and the Rotary club. Publish Date: March 9, 2021 More information about Judd Lofchie can be found at: https://juddforaurora.com/ Thi...
2021-03-0949 min
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#038 “Take care of my kids and I'll take care of yours” with Delia DeLeon Dy, retired barber and badass woman of faithA Mother’s Hope: a story of self-love and sovereignty (full series combined in one episode)Part 1: "Get Off Your Shaky Legs and Walk Straight" Teenage Dreams & Nightmares: Surviving Domestic Violence. Part 2: "I Love You Enough To Leave” Sacrificial Love: Facing Addiction and her second divorce. Part 3: "Dignity in a Dump" Go and Let Go: Living a Life of Mission. Part 4: "This One is Yours" Promises Fulfilled: Everlasting Love. Publish Date: 3/1/2021
2021-03-021h 35
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#037 Part Four: "This one is yours" with Delia DeLeon Dy, retired barber and badass woman of faithPart 4: Promises Fulfilled: Everlasting Love Marrying the wrong person, becoming a grandmother, leaning on God's promises and the dream that confirmed everything. Part 4 of four-part series: A Mother’s Hope: A Story of Self Love & Sovereignty. Part 1: “Get Off Your Shaky Legs and Walk Straight” Part 2: "I Love You Enough To Leave” Part 3: "Dignity in a Dump" Part 4: "This One is Yours" Publish Date: 3/1/2021. The Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast can be found at: https...
2021-03-0236 min
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#036 Part Three: "Dignity in a Dump" with Delia DeLeon Dy, retired barber and badass woman of faithPart 3: Go and Let Go: Living a Life of Mission Lessons from Ecuador and Kosovo, letting go of a promising suitor and hearing that still small voice (the knowing). Part 3 of four-part series: A Mother’s Hope: A Story of Self Love & Sovereignty.Part 1: “Get Off Your Shaky Legs and Walk Straight” Part 2: "I Love You Enough To Leave” Part 3: "Dignity in a Dump"Part 4: "This One is Yours" Publish Date: 3/1/2021. The Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast...
2021-03-0216 min
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#035 Part Two: “I love you enough to leave” with Delia DeLeon Dy, retired barber and badass woman of faithPart 2: Sacrificial Love: Facing Addiction and a Second DivorceDelia DeLeon Dy on embracing love again, facing the consequences of addiction and accepting loss.Part 2 of four-part series: A Mother’s Hope: A Story of Self Love & Sovereignty.Part 1: “Get Off Your Shaky Legs and Walk Straight” Part 2: "I Love You Enough To Leave” Part 3: "Dignity in a Dump"Part 4: "This One is Yours" Publish Date: 3/1/2021.The Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast can be found at: https://tuesdayswithandrea.com/Thi...
2021-03-0217 min
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#038 “Take care of my kids and I'll take care of yours” with Delia DeLeon Dy, retired barber and badass woman of faithA Mother’s Hope: a story of self-love and sovereignty (full series combined in one episode) My mom is a multiplying life force. I hope many more are lucky enough to know her. She inspires work, faith, and play in everything she does. Growing up she instilled a deep hope and love for people into my twin sister and I. This is her story. Part 1: "Get Off Your Shaky Legs and Walk Straight" Teenage Dreams & Nightmares: Surviving Domestic Violence. Growing up in a family of nine, teenage marriage, motherhood, finding Jesus...
2021-03-021h 35
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#037 Part Four: "This one is yours" with Delia DeLeon Dy, retired barber and badass woman of faithPart 4: Promises Fulfilled: Everlasting Love Marrying the wrong person, becoming a grandmother, leaning on God's promises and the dream that confirmed everything. Part 4 of four-part series: A Mother’s Hope: A Story of Self Love & Sovereignty. Part 1: “Get Off Your Shaky Legs and Walk Straight” Part 2: "I Love You Enough To Leave” Part 3: "Dignity in a Dump" Part 4: "This One is Yours" Publish Date: 3/1/2021. The Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast can be found at: https://tuesdays...
2021-03-0236 min
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#036 Part Three: "Dignity in a Dump" with Delia DeLeon Dy, retired barber and badass woman of faithPart 3: Go and Let Go: Living a Life of Mission Lessons from Ecuador and Kosovo, letting go of a promising suitor and hearing that still small voice (the knowing). Part 3 of four-part series: A Mother’s Hope: A Story of Self Love & Sovereignty. Part 1: “Get Off Your Shaky Legs and Walk Straight” Part 2: "I Love You Enough To Leave” Part 3: "Dignity in a Dump" Part 4: "This One is Yours" Publish Date: 3/1/2021. The Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast can be found at: https://tuesdayswithandrea.com/ Thi...
2021-03-0216 min
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#035 Part Two: “I love you enough to leave” with Delia DeLeon Dy, retired barber and badass woman of faithPart 2: Sacrificial Love: Facing Addiction and her Second Divorce Delia DeLeon Dy on embracing love again, facing the consequences of addiction and accepting loss. Part 2 of four-part series: A Mother’s Hope: A Story of Self Love & Sovereignty. Part 1: “Get Off Your Shaky Legs and Walk Straight” Part 2: "I Love You Enough To Leave” Part 3: "Dignity in a Dump" Part 4: "This One is Yours" Publish Date: 3/1/2021. The Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast can be found at: https://tuesdayswithandrea.com/ This episode was recorde
2021-03-0217 min
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#034 Part One: “Get Off Your Shaky Legs and Walk Straight” with Delia DeLeon Dy, retired barber and badass woman of faithA Mother’s Hope: A Story of Self-love & Sovereignty. This is a four-part series featuring my mom’s story of self-love and sovereignty. Part 1: "Get Off Your Shaky Legs and Walk Straight" Teenage Dreams & Nightmares: Surviving Domestic Violence Growing up in a family of nine, teenage marriage and motherhood, finding Jesus and recognizing the early stages of abuse. 1 in 4 women and 1 in 7 men will experience physical violence by their intimate partner at some point during their lifetime. As ugly as this topic is it must be addressed. This is my mom’s story...
2021-02-2328 min
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#034 Part One: “Get Off Your Shaky Legs and Walk Straight” with Delia DeLeon Dy, retired barber and badass woman of faith. A Mother’s Hope: A Story of Self-love & Sovereignty. This is a four-part series featuring my mom’s story of self-love and sovereignty.Part 1: "Get Off Your Shaky Legs and Walk Straight" Teenage Dreams & Nightmares: Surviving Domestic ViolenceGrowing up in a family of nine, teenage marriage and motherhood, finding Jesus and recognizing the early stages of abuse.1 in 4 women and 1 in 7 men will experience physical violence by their intimate partner at some point during their lifetime. As ugly as this topic is it must be addressed. This is my mom’s stor...
2021-02-2328 min
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#033 “Just Because You Can Doesn’t Mean You Should” with Michael Migliacio, Lead Software Engineering CoachSoftware Engineer: Empowering DevOps TeamsLessons from Japan, what the world needs more of, and connecting people through technology.Publish Date: February 16, 2021Learn more about Michael Migliacio at: https://www.angstygaijin.com/ The Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast can be found at: https://tuesdayswithandrea.com/Recorded on: December 15, 2020
2021-02-1638 min
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#033 “Just Because You Can Doesn’t Mean You Should” with Michael Migliacio, Lead Software Engineering CoachSoftware Engineer: Empowering DevOps Teams Lessons from Japan, what the world needs more of, and connecting people through technology. Publish Date: February 16, 2021 Learn more about Michael Migliacio at: https://www.angstygaijin.com/
2021-02-1638 min
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#032 “Latinos Are Being Left Behind” with Ozzie Gramada Meza, Latino Corporate Directors AssociationExecutive Connector: Diversifying the Board Room Librarian and research director on increasing Latino representation in 'the room where it happens' and building a pipeline of board-ready individuals. Learn more about Ozzie at: https://latinocorporatedirectors.org/ The Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast can be found at: https://tuesdayswithandrea.com/
2021-02-0943 min
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#032 “Latinos Are Being Left Behind” with Ozzie Gramada Meza, Latino Corporate Directors AssociationExecutive Connector: Diversifying the Board RoomLibrarian and research director on increasing Latino representation in 'the room where it happens' and building a pipeline of board-ready individuals.Learn more about Ozzie at: https://latinocorporatedirectors.org/The Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast can be found at: https://tuesdayswithandrea.com/Recorded on: November 23, 2020
2021-02-0843 min
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#031 "Dance With Your Ego" with Perla Tamez, Serial EntrepreneurPublished on: February 2, 2021 Andrea McMillian sits down with serial entrepreneur Perla Tamez to talk about scaling and operating her businesses. This conversation focuses on entrepreneurship, scaling her businesses, and building culture. Learn more about Perla at: www.perlatamezinspiration.com This episode was recorded on: November 19, 2020 The Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast can be found at: https://tuesdayswithandrea.com/
2021-02-0236 min
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#031 "Dance With Your Ego" with Perla Tamez, Serial EntrepreneurPublished on: February 2, 2021 Andrea McMillian sits down with serial entrepreneur Perla Tamez to talk about scaling and operating her businesses. This conversation focuses on entrepreneurship, scaling her businesses, and building culture. Learn more about Perla at: www.perlatamezinspiration.com This episode was recorded on: November 19, 2020 The Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast can be found at: https://tuesdayswithandrea.com/
2021-02-0236 min
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#030 “This Is My Time” with Sam Nunez, Candidate, Aurora Township TrusteeAndrea McMillian sits down with local politician Sam Nunez to talk about his campaign for Aurora Township Trustee. This conversation focuses on local elections, role of government, community engagement and advice for youth interested in local leadership.This episode was recorded on: Jan 15, 2021 The Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast can be found at:https://tuesdayswithandrea.com/
2021-01-2640 min
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#030 “This Is My Time” with Sam Nunez, Candidate, Aurora Township TrusteeAndrea McMillian sits down with local politician Sam Nunez to talk about his campaign for Aurora Township Trustee. This conversation focuses on local elections, role of government, community engagement and advice for youth interested in local leadership. This episode was recorded on: Jan 15, 2021
2021-01-2640 minTuesdays With Andrea Podcast#029 “Ask for Answers” with Sarah Wong, Life Coach, Metamorphosis101 Finding Peace: Growing up adopted & anxious. Sarah's journey of finding her birth family, unlocking her identity and letting go of anxiety.
2020-11-2438 min
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#029 “Ask for Answers” with Sarah Wong, Life Coach, Metamorphosis101Finding Peace: Growing up adopted & anxious. Sarah's journey of finding her birth family, unlocking her identity and letting go of anxiety.
2020-11-2438 minTuesdays With Andrea Podcast#028 “I’m Proud to be Number Four” with Jason Dy, Internal Medicine Physician, DuPage Medical GroupFamily Legacy: A Father’s Might and Mission. Facing loss and grief as a widowed dad and embracing a diverse, blended family. Recorded 2/27/20My first podcast ever recorded was with my dad, Jason. He shares his story of being an Asian immigrant, becoming a doctor, being a widowed father to two, and finding new love, family and meaning.
2020-11-1743 min
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#028 “I’m Proud to be Number Four” with Jason Dy, Internal Medicine Physician, DuPage Medical GroupFamily Legacy: A Father’s Might and Mission. Facing loss and grief as a widowed dad and embracing a diverse, blended family. Recorded 2/27/20 My first podcast ever recorded was with my dad, Jason. He shares his story of being an Asian immigrant, becoming a doctor, being a widowed father to two, and finding new love, family and meaning.
2020-11-1743 minTuesdays With Andrea Podcast#027 “Know Your Veteran” with Janine Arriola, Army veteran and contributing author, Today’s Inspired Young LatinaShe served two tours in Iraq, one in Kuwait, and 1 year in the reserves.Learn this military patriot’s story of sacrifice and service.Warning: A not-your-typical Veterans’ Day podcast from a not-so-typical army veteran on patriotism, equity in higher education, her year of yes & what civilians should know.
2020-11-101h 19
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#027 “Know Your Veteran” with Janine Arriola, Army veteran and contributing authorShe served two tours in Iraq, one in Kuwait, and 1 year in the reserves. Learn this military patriot’s story of sacrifice and service. Warning: A not-your-typical Veterans’ Day podcast from a not-so-typical army veteran on patriotism, equity in higher education, her year of yes & what civilians should know.
2020-11-101h 19Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#026 “Balance Your Balls” with Lisette Martinez, Vice President of Sales, ComcastTough but fair: Developing champion people Lisette oversees 45 Xfinity Stores and several hundred Xfinity retail sites. Learn how this fortune 50 vice president leads high-performing teams at work and at home.
2020-11-031h 17
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#026 “Balance Your Balls” with Lisette Martinez, Vice President of Sales, ComcastTough but fair: Developing champion people Lisette oversees 45 Xfinity Stores and several hundred Xfinity retail sites. Learn how this fortune 50 vice president leads high-performing teams at work and at home.
2020-11-031h 17Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#025 “Let the Fight Be Positive” with Mike Lakiotis, Assistant Manager, Trader JoesWhen blinders come off: Unleashing creative potential amidst retail struggles and job transitions. Mike’s built his career helping customers and developing people as an assistant store manager for places like BestBuy, Target and Trader Joe’s. Now he’s focusing on developing himself and shares personal details of how being laid off helped him flex his creative muscles and sparked questions of how and where he spends his time.
2020-10-2758 min
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#025 “Let the Fight Be Positive” with Mike Lakiotis, Assistant Manager, Trader JoesWhen blinders come off: Unleashing creative potential amidst retail struggles and job transitions. Mike’s built his career helping customers and developing people as an assistant store manager for places like BestBuy, Target and Trader Joe’s. Now he’s focusing on developing himself and shares personal details of how being laid off helped him flex his creative muscles and sparked questions of how and where he spends his time.
2020-10-2758 minTuesdays With Andrea Podcast#024 “Bending, Not Breaking” with Kristen Ziman, Chief of Police, City of Aurora, IllinoisLeading Courageously In Crisis:She's a history-making police chief leads law enforcement response in the second-largest police department in the state. Her reflections on the Henry Pratt mass shooting, covid-19, civil unrest, and why she's not afraid of the "c" word - compassion. Also, the self-talk that almost stopped her from being "the first".
2020-10-2051 min
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#024 “Bending, Not Breaking” with Kristen Ziman, Chief of Police, City of Aurora, IllinoisLeading Courageously In Crisis: She's a history-making police chief leads law enforcement response in the second-largest police department in the state. Her reflections on the Henry Pratt mass shooting, covid-19, civil unrest, and why she's not afraid of the "c" word - compassion. Also, the self-talk that almost stopped her from being "the first".
2020-10-2051 minTuesdays With Andrea Podcast#023 “Breaking Barriers of Shame” with Nicole Hutchison-Moore, founder, Rusty Diamond NetworkDallas socialite, Nicole, was earning 200k as a sales executive at Oracle & At&T when sentenced to 10 years in prison for a DUI resulting in a death. In prison she became aware of the need to support women wanting to turn their life around & founded The Rusty Diamond Network offering re-entry services for returning women. Also a former 'student' of Provo Canyon School, Nicole sheds light on the abusive troubled-teen industry.
2020-10-131h 17
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#023 “Breaking Barriers of Shame” with Nicole Hutchison-Moore, founder, Rusty Diamond NetworkDallas socialite, Nicole, was earning 200k as a sales executive at Oracle & At&T when sentenced to 10 years in prison for a DUI resulting in a death. In prison she became aware of the need to support women wanting to turn their life around & founded The Rusty Diamond Network offering re-entry services for returning women. Also a former 'student' of Provo Canyon School, Nicole sheds light on the abusive troubled-teen industry.
2020-10-131h 17Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#022 “Rise to the Occasion” with Orlando Maldonado, RN, Rush University Medical CenterNurses around the world make huge personal sacrifices to help fight covid-19. Orlando shares what it's like managing acutely ill patients, dealing with death on a daily basis, and triaging patients during the pandemic. Also my younger brother, we talk about growing up Boricua, coping with loss, coming out, and bougie standards.
2020-10-0653 min
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#022 “Rise to the Occasion” with Orlando Maldonado, RN, Rush University Medical CenterNurses around the world make huge personal sacrifices to help fight covid-19. Orlando shares what it's like managing acutely ill patients, dealing with death on a daily basis, and triaging patients during the pandemic. Also my younger brother, we talk about growing up Boricua, coping with loss, coming out, and bougie standards.
2020-10-0653 minTuesdays With Andrea Podcast#021 “There’s Plenty of Good Talent, Find Them” with Shannon Fuller, Vice President, HR, Centene CorporationShannon is an HR executive leader navigating ‘work in the time of a global pandemic’. He's also one of my closest friends. We talk business continuity, diversity and inclusion, brave conversations, and how he puts his values into action in the workplace.Listen as he hilariously shares his journey into HR and how a high school corporate internship program changed his life.
2020-09-291h 06Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#020 “Pilot In Command” with Jaqueline Camacho-Ruiz, founder, Fig Factor FoundationTwo-time cancer survivor, Jackie, unleashes the amazing in young Latinas. Founder of The Fig Factor Foundation and creator of the international movement and book series, Today's Inspired Latina, she shares her entrepreneurship journey and her 'responsibility to land' as pilot in command.
2020-09-2230 minTuesdays With Andrea Podcast#019 “Choose Joy” with Alexandria Rios Taylor, Assistant Principal, Author, and twin sisterAlexandria advances equity within her district and is rehauling the learning experience for high school teachers and students. Launching today is volume II of her newest book: today's Inspired Latina! Did I mention she's my twin?! We also talk about mom guilt and when sisters fight.
2020-09-1734 min
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#019 “Choose Joy” with Alexandria Rios Taylor, Author, Assistant Principal and twin sisterAlexandria advances equity within her district and is rehauling the learning experience for high school teachers and students. Launching today is volume II of her newest book: today's Inspired Latina! Did I mention she's my twin?! We also talk about mom guilt and when sisters fight.
2020-09-1734 minTuesdays With Andrea Podcast#018 “I’m Not Afraid To Share” with Jenne Myers, CEO, Chicago CaresAs commissioner for Governor Pritzker’s Serve Illinois Commission and CEO of Chicago Cares, Jenne is a power player among Chicago's professional elite. Learn how she's pivoting through Covid, connecting folks of difference & bringing her 'whole' self to the table. Spoiler: It's with radical honesty, authentic connection, & lots of laughs.
2020-09-1548 minTuesdays With Andrea Podcast#017 “Look Forward, Think Ahead” with Todd Thibodeaux, President & CEO, CompTIALEADING FORWARD - Part 8/8 of special series: Town Hall HealersLeadership lessons from CompTIA's president and chief executive officer, Todd Thibodeaux, on expanding emotional intelligence, stepping into leadership, and creating a culture of continuous improvement.
2020-09-011h 14Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#016 “Empty Cups Overflow, Too” with Shawndra Lucas, writer, speaker, doerFOLLOWING FAITH ----------------------------Shawndra's artistry inspires me to think critically and live authentically and her ministry leading a citywide college outreach with her husband intrigues me. How are they building faith, empathy and culture with students across Chicago? What is the voice of our young people? How does she get them to 'listen'? She takes me back to church as we talk about faith and reconciliation in modern times. ----------------------------Part 7/8 of Special Series: Healing a Hurting NationPart 1: FINDING OUR TRIBEPart 2: BUILDING COMMUNITY...
2020-08-251h 07Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#015 “Take A Look At Yourself” with Anthony Kokalj, owner and therapist Foxbend Counseling"Helping a Hurting Nation Heal? Part 6/8LOOKING INWARDAs a mental health provider, Tony is a professional at counseling people through problems. After earning the trust of my teenage son and husband, he's now someone I count on to 'tell me like it is'. In this episode, we talk about common challenges families and couples face, navigating interpersonal conflict, and self-improvement.
2020-08-181h 01Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#014 “Someone Took A Chance On Me” with David Johnson, Photographer and Founder, True ChicagoHelping a Hurting Nation Heal? Part 5/8CREATING CREATIVE SPACESAs a visual storyteller, David captures the life and personality of people all over the world and as founder of True Chicago, he’s creating spaces to connect and encourage creatives. Learn how his work continues to promote life and the empowerment of others.This conversation focuses on David's photography journey, founding True Chicago, and what it means to be a black creator during this time.
2020-08-1148 minTuesdays With Andrea Podcast#013 “Empower Them To Fight Back” with Emily Galvin-Almanza, founder and CEO of Partners for JusticeHow Do We Help a Hurting Nation Heal? Part 4/8DEFENDING THE VULNERABLEEmily is a gladiator defense attorney and fierce advocate of criminal justice reform. Learn how she's empowering others to fight back and her holistic approach towards practicing law. A graduate of Harvard University and Stanford Law School, Emily is Senior Legal Counsel at The Justice Collaborative, and Founder & CEO of Partners For Justice, a nonprofit committed to increasing access to justice.This discussion focuses on law, public safety and civics.
2020-08-0452 minTuesdays With Andrea Podcast#012 “There’s So Much To Learn” with Stephen Caliendo, Ph.D., Political Scientist and Dean, North Central College How Do We Help a Hurting Nation Heal? Part 3/8LIFELONG LEARNINGThe beauty of education is that it’s never ending.It’s been 15 years since I walked into his classroom and in many ways I haven’t left.Insightful conversation with former professor, Dr. Stephen Maynard Caliendo, political scientist and Dean at North Central College.Thank you Dr. Caliendo for continuing to educate, especially now and for reminding me that “we can criticize & love” and that we all have yet “so much much to lear...
2020-07-281h 01Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#011 “I Seek Out Help” with Adrienne Holloway, Chief Innovation Officer, City of AuroraHow Do We Help a Hurting Nation Heal? Part 2/8 - COMMUNITY BUILDINGAdrienne is a social change maker on a mission to unite communities. serving as a 'chief' in her city with a ph.d. in political science and public policy, she has the smarts and authority to make massive impact. Learn how growing up in Harlem and the Bronx by first-generation Puerto Rican parents shaped her approach to building community.Discussion themes include the power of struggle, surrender, sisterhood and seeking help.
2020-07-211h 15Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#010 "We're All Looking For Our People" with Kijuana Boulrece, Therapist and ActivistHow Do We Help a Hurting Nation Heal? This is part 1 of an 8-part special series featuring 1:1 in-depth conversations with local leaders and experts on race, social justice, mental health, community building, politics & leadership. If we want to change the world we have to change our communities. These people are doing THAT.Description: Kijuana Boulrece is a marriage and family therapist in Naperville and a local activist with the NAACP. She's also a fellow North Central College alumni with a master's degree from Northwestern University. In this episode, she's sharing her insight on gaining meaning from our...
2020-07-1451 minTuesdays With Andrea Podcast#009 "I Found My Purpose" with Arturo Rios, recovering alcoholic & convicted felonFinding hope and healing; my dad's journey towards recovery and breaking the cycle of addiction and imprisonment.
2020-06-161h 17
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#009 "I Found My Purpose" with Arturo Rios, recovering alcoholic & convicted felonFinding hope and healing; my dad's journey towards recovery and breaking the cycle of addiction and imprisonment.
2020-06-161h 17
Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#008 "I See White People" with Andrea McMillian, podcast creator and workforce development strategistThoughts on George Floyd and Black Lives Matter
2020-06-1033 minTuesdays With Andrea Podcast#008 "I See White People" with Andrea McMillian, podcast creator and workforce development strategistThoughts on George Floyd and Black Lives Matter
2020-06-1033 minTuesdays With Andrea Podcast#007 "These Are My People" with Jessica Banta, restaurant manager and founder, Relief CoalitionJessica Banta, 25yr old restaurant worker, isn't letting this global pandemic crisis get the best of her or the people she loves. After being laid-off due to Covid-19, she co-founded the Relief Coalition, a local grass-roots initiative run by and for the people. In the past two months, they've packaged 36,000 pounds of food for curbside pickup, helping 6,600+ locals. She shares details about the journey to launch and how her team of "regular" people came together to advance the mission.
2020-06-0348 minTuesdays With Andrea Podcast#006 Healthcare Q&A: Dr. Jason Dy & Dr. Priti Amin of DuPage Medical GroupQ & A special: Healthcare Tips from Local Heroes. Primary Care Physicians from DuPage Medical Group share tips on How We Can Stay Healthy & Informed while Sheltering in Place
2020-05-2651 minTuesdays With Andrea Podcast#005 “No One Is Better Than You” with Charles Eaton, CEO, Creating IT FuturesCharles is CEO of a national workforce nonprofit that is changing the game for tech education and helping people get tech jobs. He shares his experience growing up as a diplomat's kid in Hong Kong, his passion for fanatical learning, and his views on education, marriage, and parenting.8:31- Hong Kong15:00- #fakerich16:25- Acclimating29:28- Marriage & Family40:00- Running a charitable organization47:02- Fanatical Learning52:20- The confidence gap1:00:00- Hiring & interviewing
2020-05-181h 12Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#004 "Give Grace When Needed" with Ericka Polanco Webb, Stay-At-Home Mom and Motherhood JournalistThis episode is dedicated to badass moms everywhere! Ericka is modern day superwoman who motivates me to keep pushing and I hope she does the same for you! She is unapologetically carving her own career lane as creator of the multimedia brand Sinking Heels of Motherhood blog and podcast, WHILE ALSO a full-time stay-at-home mom to a blended and special needs family of 7.In this episode we talk about coparenting, special needs, career navigation, and being teen moms. Video version is also available.
2020-05-0653 minTuesdays With Andrea Podcast#003 "Will You Protect This House" with Raul Alvarado, Comcast Essential WorkerThis episode might restore your faith in humanity. Raul Alvarado is an essential service working helping his community stay connected. He's also a trusted friend, respected peer and a championed leader. Married for 17 years, and raising two teen boys he's learned a thing or two about life. In this episode we find out how he uses his favorite call to action on himself.Spoilers:- good people still exist- making new friends is always possible- distance doesn't have to divide- somewhere out there is a good...
2020-04-281h 11Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#002 "Go Home and Straighten Things Out" with JP Calkins, Professional SalesmanPt. 1Meet JP Calkins, a professional medical device salesman and what he considers "the best sale" he's ever made. Hear about his former jobs at Tweeter, Circuit City and Best Buy; how he dealt with the loss of his high school girlfriend; and how he went from working that "retail life" to landing a lucrative sales position within the medical industry. 1:05:55 (65min)Pt.2 1:04:56-1:37:06 (32 min)A home break-in leads to a new gun safety hobby. We also talk murder podcasts, the importance of healthy discourse, and what JP admires about Bill...
2020-04-151h 37Tuesdays With Andrea Podcast#001 "The Sacrifices They Make" with Barbara Hernandez, Illinois State Representative"The Sacrifices They Make - It's Huge"Land of the free; home of the brave.Barbara is the youngest Latina in the Illinois House of Representatives and the daughter of Mexican immigrants. Learn how this 1st generation American became one of the youngest shining stars in the Democratic party and how she's dealing with Covid19.
2020-04-1459 min